Canon SX260 HS vs Kodak Z990

Here, we will be looking at the Canon SX260 HS vs Kodak Z990, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Kodak. The resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the Z990 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was revealed 18 months after the Z990 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX260 HS being a Compact camera and the Kodak Z990 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SX260 HS grades versus the Z990 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and Kodak EasyShare Z990. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and Kodak Z990 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX260 HS has physical measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Kodak Z990 has measurements of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") along with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX260 HS vs Kodak Z990 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the SX260 HS and the Z990.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX260 HS and Z990 is 91 and 68 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes purely by researching a spec sheet. The picture here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX260 HS and Z990.

As you can see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of files although you really should take the release date of the cameras into account. The younger SX260 HS provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.